Thanksgiving is coming up, and many of you will be traveling to homes of friends and family to celebrate. If your child's behavior leaves you worried about holiday gatherings with family and friends, you're not alone. Children with learning disabilities who also have social skill weaknesses or hyperactivity sometimes clash with other children and raise the eyebrows of disapproving relatives. As a parent, your child's behavior may embarrass you and make you the target of hurtful comments from others. Fortunately, there are strategies you can use to reduce your child's problem behavior and help you cope more effectively.

Managing Your Child's Behavior

• Manage Behavior with Redirection
• Manage Behavior while Traveling